Physical Characteristics 

The average length of an adult Gaboon Viper can range from 4 - 6 feet.  The Gaboon is a heavy snake with a weight of 15 - 18 pounds.  The Gaboon Viper's fangs can be from 1 - 2 inches in length.  The Gaboon has excellent camouflage with angular brown, pink, or purple patterns on its back and a broad tan head that is shaped like a leaf. They also have horns that make themselves present with age.

                                                                                                 pretty good camo, huh?